2009 BMW M3 vs. 2006 Dodge Viper
To start off, 2009 BMW M3 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 8,274 cc (10 cylinders), 2006 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Viper (510 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2009 BMW M3. (414 HP @ 8300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2009 BMW M3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 BMW M3 weights approximately 2 kg more than 2006 Dodge Viper.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 Dodge Viper (725 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 BMW M3. (400 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 BMW M3.
Compare all specifications:
2009 BMW M3 | 2006 Dodge Viper | |
Make | BMW | Dodge |
Model | M3 | Viper |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Roadster |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3999 cc | 8274 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 414 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 8300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 725 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 12.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 306 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 4.8 seconds | 3.9 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1525 kg | 1523 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1220 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |